Dear Baby Cai,

You’re more than a month old now. Last Saturday, I, along with your Tita Ai, and your Titos Jug, Wiwi, Subang, Roger, Harold, and Fred became your godparent. To others, we may seem as mere young friends of your parents, their DotA, drinking, and poker buddies. But to me, and to them, I hope, we are now more than just friends. As your godparent, I am now part of who you are and who you become.

You can trust that no matter how the tides turn, I will be there for you and your parents, Mayang and Cocoy. I may not always be your perfect role model, but I wish that you learn not just from my successes and triumphs, but my faults and mistakes, as well.

Know that I will be there to guide you, to be your friend, to be with you as you make this treacherous journey through life. I may not always have gifts for you, but I will be there for you. Even before you were born, I have loved you and cared for you as an important child in my life.

Be obedient, but not submissive. Follow your heart, but always listen to your mind. Always follow your dreams, and always live your life according to what you believe to be right and true. Know that the best path to knowledge is the realization of ignorance, of not knowing. And know that you are not invincible and omnipotent. Ask for help when necessary. The world is full of pain, bitterness, and sorrow, but there are always people that are there to share these with, and help you make it through with as little scars as possible. Do not go through life thinking you deserve what you want, rather, work hard for it.

Thank you for the honor of being you godparent!

Love,

Ninang Ria